1. Introduction
This journal is committed to the principles of open access and upholding the highest standards of publication ethics in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Our Open Access Policy ensures that research is freely available to the public and supports the dissemination of knowledge without barriers.
2. Open Access Statement
All articles published in this journal are made freely and permanently accessible online immediately upon publication. There are no subscription fees or paywalls; readers may read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles without restriction, provided the original work is properly cited.
3. Licensing
Articles are published under a Creative Commons license (preferably CC BY), allowing for maximum dissemination and reuse of open access materials. Authors retain copyright of their work and grant the journal the right of first publication.
4. Author Responsibilities
Authors must ensure that their submissions are original, have not been published elsewhere, and are not under consideration by another journal. All authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reuse any third-party material.
5. Ethical Standards
The journal adheres to the COPE Core Practices, including guidelines on authorship, conflicts of interest, data sharing, and research integrity. All submissions are subject to plagiarism screening and peer review. Allegations of misconduct, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical research, are investigated according to COPE procedures.
6. Archiving and Preservation
The journal ensures long-term digital preservation of published content through recognized archiving services. Articles will remain accessible even if the journal ceases publication.
7. Publication Fees
Any fees or charges required for manuscript processing and/or publication are clearly stated on the journal website. The ability to pay the fees does not influence editorial decisions.
8. Accessibility
The journal is committed to making content accessible to all users, including those with disabilities, by following recognized web accessibility standards.
9. Policy Review
This policy is reviewed regularly to ensure compliance with COPE guidelines and evolving best practices in open access publishing.
By following this Open Access Policy, the journal demonstrates its commitment to ethical publishing, transparency, and the unrestricted dissemination of scholarly work in accordance with COPE standards.
We invite educational therapists, allied health practitioners, instructors, and trainees to submit original research, case studies, and professional insights for publication. Share your expertise and contribute to advancing knowledge and practice in the allied health and educational therapy community.
